Cambridge Centre for International Research (CCIR) is proud to announce a brand new merit-based scholarship program developed in partnership with Minerva University, a beacon of innovative higher education institution headquartered in San Francisco, California. This collaboration heralds a new chapter in CCIR’s pursuit of bridging academia and the wider public, uniting two institutions deeply committed to redefining the landscape of higher learning. The CCIR Minerva Scholarship stands as a testament to this shared vision, offering a select number of high school students per year full-ride scholarships to pursue intensive academic research online with CCIR Academy’s world-class professor faculty.
At the heart of this partnership lies a shared philosophy of education—one that champions innovation, collaboration, and the transformative power of research-focused, small-group, project-based learning. Both CCIR and Minerva University have long recognized the limitations of traditional educational models and have embraced a paradigm shift towards dynamic curricula that empower students to engage deeply with their subjects and the world around them.
Accordingly, we’re not just looking for students who excel academically; we’re seeking individuals who embody a strong commitment to the betterment of society and demonstrate the potential for global leadership. These scholars aren’t just students; they’re the future architects of change, poised to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges with ingenuity and resolve.
This scholarship isn’t about exclusivity for exclusivity’s sake. It’s about leveling the playing field and ensuring that the brightest minds from all corners of the globe have the opportunity to thrive and contribute to our collective advancement. That’s why the CCIR Minerva Scholarship is exclusively open to CCIR applicants who are eligible for the existing Financial Aid threshold—students from households with an annual income of under $10,000 GBP—an initiative that underscores our commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia. All CCIR applicants eligible and applied for CCIR Financial Aid will be automatically considered for the CCIR Minerva Scholarship.
So if you’re a student with a hunger for knowledge and a passion for change, we invite you to seize this opportunity. Apply now—directly through CCIR’s application portal—and join us in shaping the future of education and society.
About Minerva:
Minerva Project is a pathbreaking educational innovator, designing and delivering top-tier educational programs through educational and corporate partners globally. Minerva Project was founded in 2011 and launched Minerva University in 2013. Minerva University was the first proof point of a bold reimagining of what a modern university and learning experience could look like.
Founded by Ben Nelson, Minerva’s mission is to nurture critical wisdom for the sake of the world. Building upon the best traditions of liberal arts and sciences education, Minerva is committed to preparing global leaders and innovators for the complexities of the twenty-first century. Currently, Minerva University is one of the most competitive higher education institutions, with an admissions rate of less than 2%, surpassing legacy institutions including Harvard and Stanford.
